This is a surgical procedure where the patient is brought to the operating room with intravenous sedation. Under local anesthesia, a small tube is inserted in the lumbar spine area under X-ray guidance. Using a camera looking through the tube, the annular tear, bulging disc or herniated disc is easily located.

Depending upon the damage, we can either remove a section of the herniated disc with micro-instruments or treat a small disc bulge or annular tear with a laser. This vaporizes disc material, kills pain nerves inside the disc, and hardens the disc to prevent further leakage of disc material to the surrounding nerves.

“Everyone from the front desk, through the procedure, to the recovery was great.
The entire staff was very caring, helpful, and understanding with my procedure.
They are the best doctors in the game. Thank you so much for everything.”

AM

“Coastal Back and Pain Institute are in a class by themselves, as is their support staff at the office and surgical center.
Great job – no pain. The staff was wonderful, very thoughtful, and considerate. Overall, a very positive experience.”

JM

“The staff at the Surgery Center of Lakewood is and always has been professional, caring, and courteous in every aspect of taking care of me as a client. As a healthcare professional myself, I can say that the compassion is truly carried throughout the whole staff. Thank you all for everything you have all done for me in making me feel comfortable and safe during my procedures that I have had at your facility.”